After lunch, Ava slowly got up and excused herself, saying she needed to study. James, upon hearing this, was disappointed. He wanted to spend a little more time with her, and he wanted to offer to help her with her studying but couldn't find the words to voice it out.
Although she never really participated much while they were on the beach and was always busy listening to something, at least he could see and be around her. He was satisfied with that. He continued to hesitate until she passed by his side without looking at him; his hand quickly moved to stop her.
"Ava!" He then got up. "I could help you study if you need any help?" His voice was so low, almost a whisper that only she could hear.
